The opening of further humanitarian aid access points has been welcomed by the EU.
By Martin Banks This comes after Israel said on Friday that it was committed to opening the new passages.
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April 5, 2024 Macron says he has no doubt Russia will target Paris Olympics
French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday (4 April) that he had no doubt Russia would malevolently target the Paris Olympics this summer, in comments that underline the fraught geopolitical backdrop to the games.
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April 4, 2024 Sophia Tzirarka’s Quest For Truth Through Photography
Article by Vassilios Nicolaos Vitsilogiannis (IG: @vassiliosvitsilogiannis) Sophia Tzirarka, a visionary photographer driven by the pursuit of truth, finds her ultimate expression in the art of photography. Her work serves as a narrative of honesty, capturing moments that transcend the superficial layers of existence to reveal profound truths. Through her lens, Tzirarka explores the […]
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April 4, 2024 Roma in Ukraine: Joining the fight against Russia’s invasion while facing prejudices
By Martin Banks A conference will be held this month in Brussels in recognition of the contribution made to society the Roma community,including in the conflict in Ukraine.
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April 4, 2024 S&Ds deliver mandatory harassment training for all MEPs
By Martin Banks All MEPs will in future have to follow mandatory training sessions within the first six months in office focusing on the prevention of conflict and harassment in the workplace.
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April 4, 2024 EU gearing up to boost cycling
By Martin Banks The EU says it is “committed” to boosting cycling across Europe.
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April 4, 2024 Commission President stands ground on SME envoy pick despite mounting favouritism concerns
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is determined to appoint an EU lawmaker from her own party for a high-level job in her institution, despite a backlash from the European Parliament and demands by her senior commissioners to review the decision.
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April 3, 2024 The EU has offered to provide aid to Taiwan after the island suffered a major earthquake.
By Martin Banks The powerful 7.4 magnitude tremor shook the island’s east coast, hitting on Wednesday morning, some 18 kilometers south of Hualien city and at a depth of 34.8 kilometers.
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April 3, 2024 French Senators blame Macron government for long delay in adopting SREN digital bill
On Tuesday (2 April), French Senators blamed the Macron government for the eight-month delay in the legislative process on a landmark digital bill, saying that the government failed to prepare the text effectively.
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April 2, 2024 Bulgaria and Romania have become the latest Schengen members.
By Martin Banks The Schengen rules will apply in both Member States including on issuing Schengen visas and controls at the internal air and sea borders will be lifted.
